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Despite the colder weather and potential travel delays, winter is still a busy season for event planners. There’s definitely an uptick in holiday parties, plus the steady stream of weddings, other meetings and social events. But that doesn’t mean the best event planners simply prepare for the worst when it comes to winter. They […]

Swag bags. After a long day at a conference or social gathering, receiving free swag is now considered the norm, both as a form of promotion and expressing gratitude. However, not all swag is created equal. Everyone likes free stuff, but when the giveaways are an afterthought, you’re not just disappointing your guests, but you’re […]

Oh, dress codes. It’s important to dress to impress in the workplace and at meetings, whether the setting is formal, casual, business, or cocktail attire. Looking sharp sends a message to coworkers, potential networking contacts and business partners that you’re distinguished and confident. Plus, when you look good, you feel good. However, some dress codes […]

Presenters come in all shapes and sizes, and with that, each brings a different presentation style to the table. They may be loud, emotional, insightful, or logical, but each has its pros and cons. Their personal flair packs a punch at any event. So whether you need to nail that proposal presentation or bring the […]

Scheduling times for a meeting can feel like an endless game of cat and mouse, not to mention organizing an agenda that everyone can agree on. If countless chain e-mails and office chase-downs have you singing the meeting blues, give these organization-friendly apps a try. 1) Doodle Doodle provides you with a simple scheduling […]

Hard work pays off, but it also drains you. The tricky part? Most of us don’t have time to succumb to our exhaustion. If you find yourself nodding off at your desk, or throwing back three cups of coffee before a meeting, consider giving these 5 snacks a taste. They’ll give you that energy boost […]

Meetings are a good marker of workplace culture, and their negative stereotypes are the products of bad meetings, unfortunately. You know, the meetings where you count each individual “tick-tock” until it’s your turn to speak. Meetings can be a very effective means of communication, however, and a few simple tips can turn thumb twiddling into […]

Recently we had the opportunity to host a birthday event for a client, partnering with event planners from Arrangements Unlimited. What started out during the planning as a casual event turned in to a food extravaganza. Utilizing the talents from our Wolfgang Puck Catering team we developed a menu that includes a variety of individual reception […]

Our REIMAGINED meeting spaces now include 21 Collaboration Studio’s offering a choice of five different settings that have been designed to foster collaboration, creativity and the sharing of ideas. These comfortable rooms include lounge furnishings, soft benches and ottomans, high cafe tables with bar stools, a traditional conference setting and unique seating options. The studios […]

The ACE Conference Center recently had the privelage to host a fundrasing event for the The First Tee of Greater Philadelphia which featured a presentation by Former President George W. Bush. The First Tee provides youth with educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf. Significant planning went in to executing […]